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Thursday, April 11, 2013

9 Toolbox Essentials for Boats

Keeping an organized boat tool
box can prevent you from cursing the fact that you left a wrench or flashlight
on the mainland when something goes wrong. Plus, you’ll be able to fix many
common problems without having to call for help. Here are the 9 most essential
items to keep on the boat.

1. Multi-Tool: No matter the shape or size of your tool
box, a multi-tool will always fit. More complex than a Swiss Army Knife but
easier to figure out, a multi-tool conveniently combines tools, including a
screwdriver and a pair of pliers. Multi-tools are more expensive than
stand-alone tools, especially those made out of stainless steel, but are well
worth their price.

2. Oil: Have a stuck screw or wire? A bit of oil
will smooth things over. The ubiquitous choice is WD40 in a can. If a screw is
stuck because of a little corrosion or a wire doesn’t slide easy on your
engine, you can just spray it on. It’s a handyman classic.

3. Tape: Duct and electrical tapes can be
lifesavers out on the water. Tape is a quick fix. If you find a hole in your
small watercraft, you can bring it onto shore, turn it over, dry it as much as you
can, and apply tape. That would be enough to get you back home. Even if a
little water seeps through, you’ll be able to bail the incoming water and stay
afloat.

4. Wrenches and
Screwdrivers: Two of
the more necessary tools to keep on board for any type of boat are the wrench
and the screwdriver. Both are adjustable and come in handy for a large number
of fixes, like replacing spark plugs and tightening loose bolts.

5. Spark Plugs and a
Toothbrush: It’s
always good to keep a few extra spark plugs around, but what’s crucial is being
able to keep them in good condition. A toothbrush for cleaning plugs when
they’re fouled or a bit wet. You can brush spark plugs off and you’re back in
business.

6. Pliers: If you need to hold something or want to apply a
lot of pressure, pliers will do the trick. If possible, use the small size
because they can get into tight spaces that aren’t easily accessible, however the
bigger the boat the bigger the pliers needed.

7. Flashlights: Getting stuck out on the boat at night
can be scary without a flashlight. Having a backup flashlight saves you if your
batteries die and gives your boating friends some light as well.

8. Extra batteries: Having these is so important, especially
when you’re far from land. Keep an extra set of batteries for any electronic
tools you may have, such as a portable GPS, handheld radio, or flashlight. You
can also purchase rechargeable batteries and charge them at home before your
boat ride.

9. Extra gasoline: If your boat takes gasoline, carrying
extra supply should be a no-brainer. Running out of gas is often the major cause
of a mechanical breakdown.

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